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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake/Clutch* Fluid
Maintenance
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
The fluid level should be between the  MIN 
and  MAX  marks on the side of the reserve 
tank.
The brake fluid reserve tank is also used for 
your vehicle's clutch fluid. As long as you keep 
the brake fluid level as in structed above, there 
is no need for checking  the clutch fluid level.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake/Clutch* Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your 
vehicle's braking system  and can cause extensive 
damage.
If the specified br ake fluid is not av ailable, you should 
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed 
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion 
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the 
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy 
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the  MIN mark, 
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn 
brake pads as soon as possible.
Reserve Tank
MIN
MAX
Models with Auto Idle Stop
Manual transmission models
Reserve Tank
MIN
MAX
Models without Auto Idle Stop
* Not available on all models
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